11/14/07

Various Postsitions at Oxfam GB


Who we are Working with over 1,000 partners in more than 70 countries, Oxfam is a global organisation that aims to overcome poverty and suffering. We're proud of the differences we're making everyday, with our long-term programmes of development, as well as essential emergency relief. Currently, a key area of our work is aimed at alleviating suffering in Aceh and Nias, Indonesia caused by the 2005 Tsunami and earthquake that left over 170,000 dead and 2 million homeless. Here, we work closely with local communities to support and accelerate the area's recovery.

Project Administrator (2 positions, based in Calang & Nias, Fixed Term, 12 months)
You will maintain and manage the development of improvements to the project services, procedures and systems through providing the best practice of Administrative, Human Resources, Logistics, Asset Management and IT related works. This post directly reports to the Project Manager. The ideal candidate is holding a Bachelor Degree from any major discipline. Candidate should have a minimum of 3 years experience in Office Management or HR Management. Starting monthly gross pay will be min IDR 10,800,000.

Team Leader-Micro Enterprise (2 positions, based in Calang & Nias, Fixed Term, 12 months)
You will coordinate and supervise resources and processes in support of the programme and/or to provide support and advice in support of programme delivery. In particular, the Livelihoods Team Leader leads the team that implements Livelihood groups or Micro Enterprise component. This post will report to the Project Manager (Livelihoods), and work closely with the Livelihood Team Leader-Agriculture to achieve the overall project objectives. You must have a degree in development studies, community development, social work or other discipline with minimum 3 years experience in Livelihoods work. Starting monthly gross pay will be min IDR 10,800,00.

Team Leader-Agriculture (2 positions, based in Calang & Nias, Fixed Term, 12 months)
You will coordinate and supervise resources and processes in support of the programme and/or to provide support and advice in support of programme delivery. In particular, the Livelihoods Team Leader leads the team that implements a variety of locally grown crops from cocoa and rubber in Nias, and Rice, Chilli and Rubber production in Calang. This post will report to the Project Manager (Livelihoods), and work closely with the Livelihood Team Leader-Micro Enterprise to achieve the overall project objective. You must have a degree in agriculture, forestry, economics or related discipline with minimum 3 years experience in related work.
Starting monthly gross pay will be min IDR 10,800,000.

Senior Agriculture Officer (based in Calang, Fixed Term, 12 months)
You will coordinate and supervise resources and processes in support of the programme and/or to provide support and advice in support of programme delivery. In particular, you will responsible for delivery of the organizational development of the Farmers Service Centre (FSC). The incumbent will report to the Agriculture Supervisor and work closely with FSC Administrator (hired by the FSC), FSC Board, Agriculture Livelihoods Officer and Livelihoods Assistants to achieve the overall project objective. The ideal candidate is holding a degree in agro business, community/social development or other discipline, which provides an understanding of agriculture cooperative operation. A minimum of 3 years experience in successful agriculture cooperative-related work, preferably within an International Agency. Previous senior management experience is essential. Starting monthly gross pay will be min IDR 7,290,000.

Finance Officer (2 positions, based in Calang & Nias, Fixed Term, 12 months)
The incumbent is expected to assist Project Manager on finance and accounting related work, in line with Oxfam policies and procedures. You will provide related tasks of Financial Reporting, Internal Control and IT matters as assigned by your Line Manager. The suitable candidate must have education of Diploma Degree in related major discipline. Candidate should have a minimum of 2 years experience as cashier and/or Finance Assistant. Starting monthly gross pay will be min IDR 7,290,000.

TO APPLY
We're committed to actively achieving positive outcomes in all of our work. You should have strong commitment in promoting equality between men and women. If you share this belief and have the strength of character to meet the challenges involved, this role offers scope for immense personal fulfilment - as well as outstanding opportunities to develop your career.

You can apply at acehjobs@oxfam.org.uk

Closing date: 24 November 2007

Only short listed applicants will be contacted For more detail about our work, log onto www.oxfam.org.uk
Female candidates are encouraged to applyWe will be doing rolling interviews with good candidates as we receive CVs/applications

CARDI Needs Field Coordinator in Aceh

CARDI, an international NGO consortium providing support to persons affected
by conflict and natural disaster is looking for qualified national
candidates to fill in position to be based in Calang, Aceh :

Field Coordinator - Calang (Code : FC - CL)



Job Summary:

In Aceh, CARDI runs projects out of field office in Calang, with a coordination office based in the provincial capital, Banda Aceh. Current and expected programming covers projects in livelihoods, dissemination of information, protection and education, to be funded through a combination of grants and donors. The Field Coordinator is expected to supervise the operations and projects run out of the Calang office.


*Under the guidance of the Aceh Coordinator, represent CARDI in the field;

*Act as focal point for the field team and for staff in Jakarta to strategize intervention plans and see through implementations;

*Ensure that staff receive appropriate level of logistical, technical, financial, managerial and administrative support to carry out
their activities;

*Ensure timely implementation by supporting program,administrative, logistics, and financial staff;

*Ensure the safest possible operating environment for all CARDI staff; maintain and update the Security Protocol and Evacuation Plan, ensure security procedures are followed and that a neutral stance is maintained by all CARDI staff;

*Manage the field offices' administrative resources - material, financial and human so that adequate support is provided for project implementation;

*Ensure that CARDI procurement and logistics systems, proper administrative and human resource procedures and policies are in place and assisting with national staff as necessary; and other standard procedures are followed

*Supervise, orient, and lead CARDI expatriate and local staff in delivering CARDI operations;

*To document and communicate program planning and results, and provide feedback and advice on appropriate programme implementation

*Ensure that each project is implemented in a way that meets its intended objectives, in a participatory manner, in line with the donor's requirements and that reports are provided on time to the donors;

*Assist in the management of program budgets and grants in coordination with Aceh Program Coordinator

*Oversee establishment of secure and reliable cash flow system through banks or approved money transfer systems, and work with Finance staff to ensure financial integrity and compliance with CARDI policies and procedures;

*Monitor the situation of IDPs, returnees, relocated persons and other disaster or conflict-affected communities, identify their needs and their protection issues and propose strategies of response;

*Report to the Aceh Program Coordinator, as often as the situation requires, develop an understanding of the environment and provide analysis on current and future trends ;

*Contribute to the development of CARDI programming in the province and of further projects, in line with CARDI' strategy.

CARDI Representation

*Represent CARDI in an official capacity to the host government, refugee and host communities, donors, INGOs and LNGOs, the UN, and other agencies, expressing CARDI's mandate and policies as well as coordinate and communicate activities with these groups;

*Accompany donor or other CARDI tours to field sites, when requested.

*Attend meetings at the district level when necessary

*Maintain relationships and coordinate with other NGO's, local authorities, and other involved parties;


Reporting:

*Ensure that project goals and objectives are appropriately monitored and evaluated, and that reports are written and submitted in a timely manner.

*Ensure that data related to the program implementation managed effectively and follow-up is completed on a consistent and ongoing basis.

*Work with the Aceh Program Coordinator to ensure that standardized systems of program data collection, analysis, presentation and reporting are in place.

*Follow-up on report writing and monthly updates as required by donors and partnership agreements.



REQUIREMENTS:

oGraduate degree in International Development or field experience related to post-emergency and rehabilitation programmes;

oat least 4 years overseas experience, preferably in developing countries and in managerial positions;

oproven ability to organize and supervise a team in a cross-cultural setting;

oSome experience in grant management and proposal writing is preferred.

oat least one year spent in a conflict zone or emergency area;

oexcellent administrative, communications, negotiation and decision-making skills;

ocapacity to understand and deal with a sensitive political environment;

ofluency in English, spoken and written;

ocapacity to think strategically, to identify advocacy themes and to develop programmes in new directions

ogood sense of diplomacy ;

ocomputer literacy of Word and Excel



Additional qualities include :

*Ability to communicate well in both English and Bahasa Indonesian.

*Familiarity with Acehnese culture and traditions would be desirable.

*Ability to work under pressure in a potentially unstable security environment.

*a sense of humour;

*ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment;


*Willing to learn new skills and take on additional responsibilities when needed

*must possess sense of diplomacy;

*familiarity with the Do No Harm approach a strong plus.

*Unaccompanied



Application should include a detailed CV and cover letter to be submitted by
e-mail to recruitment@cardi.or.id at the latest Wednesday, November 21st,
2007.

Please put the code of position applied in the subject of your e-mail. No
phone calls contact. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Urban Development Field Facilitator Needed by Care International

Care International Indonesia - Tangerang, is currently recruiting
for the following positions:

URBAN DEVELOPMENT FIELD FACILITATOR


Fully participate in the development and implementation of an
effective program to improve the nutritional status of pregnant and
lactating Mothers and children (0-5 years) in both Tangerang City
and District. Candidate is also participating in the development
and implementation of effective program to decrease status of
diarrheal. Manage, organize, facilitate and directly support the
work the Development Field Facilitators to facilitate and develop
the group and technical capacity of Kader and community. Build the
knowledge, skills, and aptitude of the community and other
stakeholders so they can effectively deliver health environmental
health activities.



RESPONSIBILITIES:

· In coordiantion with ProgM, PM, and field facilitators
actively participate in the design and implementation of community
based needs assessment, formative research, and interventions
designed to increase the nutritional status of mothers and children
and rate of diarheal in the project area

· In coordiantion with ProgM, PM, other Kecamatan
Coordinators, and field facilitators, develop annual implementation
plans for establishing and developing effective Environmental Health
Intervention.

· Facilitate activities designed to strengthen
Environmental Health Intervention.

· Actively participate in project M&E activities

· Promote effective Implement effective Environmental
Health Invervention to all partners within the project area
particularly government.

· Facilitate, coach, and supervise committee to facilitate
the establishment and strengthening of the Environmental Health
Intervention such as assist in the identification of beneficiaries
for the FFW projects.

· Identify, organize implementation and Monitoring and
Evaluation community based Environmental Health Intervention such as
assist community to do project proposal and ensure that it meets all
technical specifications.

· Assist community to do community plan and to implement
Environmental Health Intervention.

· Collect monitoring and evaluation data from community and
stake holders on the Environmental Health Intervention and prepare
scheduled and ad-hoc reports to the Kecamatan Coordinator.

· Ensure accurate maintenance of project alignment

· Certify attendance sheets, and that the commodities
required for distribution are in agreement. Certify project
completion

· Coordinate Environmental Health Intervention with other
BERSIH activities (including Pos Gizi, Posyandu, Puskesmas, and
Environmental Heatlh activities)

· In cooperation with Program Manager, Project Managers,
Kecamatan Coordinator and Technical Assistance to lead training
sessions and/or informal (on the job) training to community and
other stakeholders on :

- Commumity assessments methods such as PRA

- Community Participation and Food For Work Activities

- Group development and facilitation

- Kelurahan planning

- Monitoring and evaluation

- Care procedures and systems

· Any other duties that maybe reasonably assigned by the
supervisor.



QUALIFICATIONS:

· Diploma Degree (D3)

· 2-3 years of expĂ©rience in community based Programs
(preferably in urban settings)

· Understanding and experience in the Food For Work
activities and coummunity participation

· Understanding and experience in pregnant/lactating mother
and child (0-5 years) health and nutrition practices

· Strong communciation skills

· Knowledge and experience in implementing community based
activities particularly in Environmental Health Activities

· Able to facilitate and partner with local government,
community groups, and other potential partners in the project area.

· Knowledge and experience in facilitating community
development, especially in urban areas

· Previous experience with local or international NGOs

· Able to work with and lead teams

· Able to use computers and MS Windows Applications (MS
Word, MS Excel, MS Access)

· Able to communicate in English (not required by
desirable)

· Able to drive a motorcycle and hold a valid drivers
licens



Terms of offer:

This position will be based in Tangerang - Banten. CARE is an equal
opportunity employer offering a competitive salary and benefits
package, and a collegial working environment. Applicants are
invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for
the above positions, and a detailed curriculum vitae (not more than
200KB), with names and addresses of three referees (including
telephone, fax numbers and email address).



Please submit your applications before November 18th, 2007 to
CARE International Human Resources Unit to:

recruit_019@careind.or.id



"Only qualified applicants will be shorlisted"

Senior IT Officer Needed

Senior IT Officer ( 1 position Banda Aceh Based )

The Program ¡Unit¢ oversees the programmatic aspects of four development sectors within the American Red Cross tsunami recovery program including Health, WatSAn, Disaster Management and psychosocial. The unit provides project oversight and programmatic technical assistance to a team of program staff in designing, managing, implementing, and evaluating tsunami response programs. The main purpose of this unit is to ensure constituent accountability, programmatic quality, and impact across these various programs.

The Senior Program Officer is to support the Head Program in a variety of tasks to ensure program quality, coordination and on track to meeting objectives. This work also includes supporting the process of project proposal reviews, strategic and annual planning.

Specific DUTIES responsibilities and accountabilities :

to maintain and repair system; to monitor and organize hardware repairs;
to train in and monitor a cohesive organization wide back up system;
to ensure anti virus updates;
to manage V-sat system; to monitor traffic flows and content;
to run driver VHF/HF radio use training sessions;
to issue and keep track of experts call signs;
to liaise with the IFRC on all relevant issues;
to give procurement advice on best procurement;
to visit field sites to maintain equipment;
to issued equipment and in liaison with the asset manager to keep up to date tracking lists as to where all equipment is located;
to issued, maintain and track all related equipment including projectors, digital cameras, televisions, DVD players;
to install required, which may arise from time to time to monitor and track software

Qualification and Requirement :
At least three years related experienceRelevant educational background
Good command of the English language

Please submit your application and curriculum vitae to hr@amredcross.org
or American Red Cross, Jl. Fatahillah No. 06, Geuceu Iniem, Banda Aceh 23239.

Write the title and position code as the email subject or on the top left hand corner of the envelope.

Only applications in English and short listed candidates will be notified. Applications submitted after Nov, 20 2007 will not be considered.
Aceh Province resident are strongly urged to apply.

11/12/07

CARDI Needs Grant and Sub-Grant Officer

CARDI, an international NGO consortium providing support to persons affectedby conflict and natural disaster is looking for qualified nationalcandidates to fill in position to be based in Jakarta :

Grants & Sub-Grants Officer - Jakarta (GO - JKT)

Scope of Work:

The Grants and Sub-Grants Officer is a national staff position withinCARDI's Programs Department. (S)he will be responsible for the followingactivities:

Job Description/Responsibilities:

*Support the Deputy Director Programs in ensuring that proposals,proposal budgets and proposal modifications incorporate suggestions fromtechnical units and are written according to donor formats and guidelines;
*Maintaining the Project Tracking Table and through this thereporting deadline system and inform all relevant staff of upcomingdeadlines. Liaise with Finance to ensure budget reports are submitted ontime and according to formats required. ;
*Assist the Deputy Director in the preparation of monthly reports,program reports, donor reports and other reports as required;
* Support the Deputy Director Programs in managing the completecycle of proposals and grants, including development, submission, grant codeassignment, and interim and final donor reporting.
*Prepare Monthly Management Report (MMR);
*Support the Programs Department to respond to internal requestsfor information from Field Offices and external requests for informationfrom donors and consortium members;
*Support the Deputy Director Programs to keep the Country Directorinformed of progress and developments in the field.
*Maintain comprehensive and organized grant library, grant archiveand grant files, including grant file checklists, draft and final versionsof proposal documentation, contracts, reports and related correspondencethrough regular filing;
*Facilitate the HQ-based review process for micro-projects,program-related contracts and other program activities, as needed.
*Ensure that the proposals and contracts of Micro Projects areadministered appropriately, in particular tracking start and end date, anddisbursement schedule.
*Assist Field Coordinators in preparing of amendments to the GrantContracts when necessary.
*Assist with the preparation of the Annual Report, quarterlyNewsletters and regular website updates;
*Translate (from English to Indonesian or Indonesian to English)and/or edit documents, as needed.

Job Requirements/Experience Required:
*University degree in International Development, InternationalRelations or related field;
*Previous work experience in grants administration in adevelopment, refugee or/or conflict setting;
* Excellent English writing skills and familiarity with budgetingusing MS Word and Excel;
* Familiarity with a variety of donor formats, guidelines, andrequirements;
* Program development, monitoring, and evaluation experiencepreferred;
* Organized and detail-oriented with multi-tasking abilities;
* Fluency in both Bahasa Indonesia and English;
* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written;
* Strong management skills;
* Relevant work experience in Indonesia;
* Team player.

Application should include a detailed CV and cover letter to be submitted bye-mail to recruitment@cardi.or.id at the latest Friday, 16 November 2007.Please put the code of position applied in the subject of your e-mail. Nophone calls contact. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

RTI is Seeking Data and Information Specialist

RTI International is currently implementing the Decentralized Basic Education (DBE) 1 Project. The project aims to strengthen educationmanagement and governance capacity at the district and school level. The DBE1 project generates a great deal of data related to training, replication ofDBE by counterparts, gathering and updating school and district profile datarequired for the DBE 1 GIS system, monitoring against project performanceindicators, and monitoring implementation of ICT grants and private publicalliances, and special studies.

RTI International seeks to hire: Provincial Data & Information Specialist(DIS)

He/she will be based in Medan, North Sumatera. And will be required totravel to the field to monitor or assist in data collection, validation andverification.

Main Responsibilities:
a. Serve as a technical assistance and training resource to districts,sub-districts, and schools in data collection, analysis, and use.

b. Interact with the EMIS and ICT Specialist in development ofdistrict, sub-district, and province-level information systems andstrategies.

c. Support M&E activities and collect, process, and disseminate data atthe provincial, district, school, and community levels to accurately reporton project activities and identify emerging trends to the national officeand respective provincial and district offices.

d. Work closely with the M&E Specialist to assist local governmentofficials to assess data and develop strategies to improve their capacity toidentify, collect and, analyze data.

e. Ensure timely, accurate, and useful information about the projectthat can be shared with the media, with other provincial offices, and amonglocal governments.

f. Manage internal information regarding training issues, including:collecting and disseminating templates, distributing material regardingtraining initiatives occurring in other provinces, and facilitating contactsamong provincial offices on training issues.

g. Identify training opportunities, conferences, study tours, etc., andrelay that information to the national office via the ProvincialCoordinator. Organize site visits between local governments in the provinceand/or with other project local governments across the country, to make suresufficient comparative information is available.

h. Work closely with other USAID education POs and SO programs, andother local education partners, to ensure their information requests are metin a timely manner.

i. Support the national office staff in carry out their mainresponsibilities with appropriate local input.

Other Tasks:
a. Carry out other duties as required by supervisor-ProvincialCoordinator.b. Work under technical supervision of and report to DBE1 ProvincialCoordinator.

Qualification:
a. Computer Science, Mathematics, or Statistics undergraduate degree.
b. Five years experience in data management and analysis.
c. Good work ethic and strong desire to complete tasks in a timelymanner as directed.
d. Ability to effectively organizing, prioritizing work assignments,and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
e. Ability to work independently and as a team member.
f. Ability to appreciate international diversity and to establisheffective working relationships with international clients.
g. Ability to establish and maintain working relationships withsupervisor and project staff.
h. Commitment to basic principles of equity and to broader RTI ethicalguidelines.

Please send detailed CV complete with 3 reference contact details and salaryhistory to dbe1sumut@gmail.com

Closing date for applications is 17 November 2007. Females are encouraged toapply.

School Management Specialist Needed

1. Introduction

The objective of DBE-1 is to develop more effective decentralized educationmanagement and governance. The project aims to develop an education sectorthat (a) is effectively and efficiently managed by local government agenciesoperating at different levels of the education system (district,sub-district, and school levels); and (b) has strong governance relatedagencies that effectively voice the aspirations of all stakeholders. Theproject seeks to promote local government management practices that aretransparent, participatory, responsive, and accountable (i.e., practices that are guided by principles of good governance). The education sector as awhole will benefit from continuing interactions between the executive branchof government, the legislature and organized civil society.

DBE-1 program duration is five years and the program is nearing the end ofthe second year of implementation. Efforts during the first year focused onthe development of School Development Plans (Rencana Pengembangan Sekolah-RPS). These plans have been developed in a participatory way withstrong involvement of School Committees and the school community. Besidesproviding continued support at the school level, starting from the secondyear of implementation DBE-1 has been providing support for educationmanagement, including planning and financial analysis, and governancedevelopment at the district level, focusing on both the executive andlegislative branches of government, including civil society.

2. Objectives

The objectives of the assignment are the following:
(i)Strengthen education planning and finance capacity atthe district Education Office (Dinas Pendidikan).
(ii)Help develop the capacity of governance relatedinstitutions, which include DPRD, District Education Council (DewanPendidikan), Civil Society Organizations (CSO) and the media to supporteducation.
(iii)Assist in preparing policy recommendations for improvedDecentralized Basic Education Management and Governance.

3. Scope of Work

The Education Management and Finance Specialist (EMFS) will:

General
a. Study in detail all the relevant documents for education planningand management development, which will include District Long-termDevelopment Plan (RPJP), Medium-term Strategic Development Plan (RenstraPembangunan Jangka Menengah), Annual Plans, including District Budgets forthe current and last two years (APBD), District Education Finance Analysis(DEFA), Head of Region Accountability Report (Laporan Pertanggungjawaban)and Annual Reports of Dinas Pendidikan. In addition to the above documents,study in detail education development plans prepared by higher levels ofgovernment, which include national Medium-term Development Plan (RPJM),Renstra Diknas, Provincial Medium-term Development Plan (Renstra PembangunanJangka Menengah - Propinsi), and Renstra Dinas Pendidikan Propinsi.

Strengthen education planning and finance capacity at Dinas Pendidikan Kab/Kota

Capacity Development Planning
b. Assist Dinas Pendidikan in developing its capacity to manage theeducation sector more effectively and efficiently. The capacity developmentprocess is comprised of three stages: (i) conducting a capacity assessment;(ii) preparing a Capacity Development Plan (Rencana Pengembangan Kapasitas -RPK); and (iii) RPK implementation. The RPK will be prepared on the basis ofthe manual for RPK preparation developed under the project. The RPK is amulti-year plan identifying the actions that are planned to develop DinasPendidikan's (i) planning, financial management and human resourcemanagement capacities; (ii) capacity to effectively support schools; and(iii) what the Dinas plans to do to ensure that it performs its functions inaccordance with the principles of Good Governance.
c. Assist Dinas Pendidikan in RPK implementation which will includedeveloping and giving training, providing advisory services, andfacilitating the introduction of new management support systems.

Education Planning
d.Develop the capacity of Dinas Pendidikan to prepare a medium-termEducation Development Plan (Renstra SKPD). This task will be carried out onthe basis of the education planning manual developed under the project. TheRenstra SKPD is a five-year plan indicating the actions Dinas Pendidikanplans to take to support achievement of education objectives and targets asincluded in RPJMD.
e.DBE-1 promotes the development of information-based planning. Tothis end, an education management information system will be developed. Thesystem will be either an enriched version of School Mapping 2005 developedby Directorate of Vocational Education or a new application developed underthe project. The specialist is expected to actively support the introductionof the new system and to develop the capacity of Dinas staff to conductrelatively simple data analysis.

Education Finance
f. Develop the capacity of Dinas Pendidikan to (i) conduct financialeducation sector analysis (multi-source: APBD Kab/Kota, APBD Province,Deconcentration and APBN) and (ii) prepare concise information on educationsector performance in terms of inputs, outputs and outcomes. Bydisseminating this information to stakeholders, the sector is to become moreaccountable.
g. Develop the capacity of Dinas Pendidikan to prepare annualeducation development plans and budgets. The support will be primarilyprovided during the early stages of the planning cycle when sectordevelopment priorities and ceilings are set.

Help develop the capacity of governance related institutions

h. In close cooperation with the Governance Specialist provide supportfor capacity development for DPRD, Dewan Pendidikan, CSOs and Media, whichwill primarily focus on assisting representatives from the Governancerelated institutions to develop their understanding of school planning,capacity development planning and multi-year education planning; and how toprepare education policies and budget.
i. Support Governance Specialist in providing assistance for thepreparation of District Government Regulation (Peraturan Daerah - Perda) onEducation in the districts where such assistance is required

Assist in preparing policy recommendations for improved Decentralized BasicEducation Management and Governance

j. Under guidance of the National Team and in cooperation withspecialists working in the other DBE assisted provinces, identify policyissues that should be brought to the attention of provincial and or nationalauthorities. Special attention should be given to, but not limited to,issues related to increasing democratic interaction in education governance,rationalizing and increasing local funding for basic education, andincreasing transparency and accountability in the education sector.
k. On the basis of jointly approved policy agenda, conduct policyresearch and prepare policy recommendations. It is expected that DBE willhave an annual policy agenda and will submit its policy recommendations toGOI by September each year.


Other Tasks

a.Facilitate cooperation between DBE1, 2 and 3 and where relevantwith other USAID-supported programs (LGSP, ESP, etc) in designing andimplementing district strategies to promote better education governance inDBE districts.
b.Provide leadership and assistance to the Provincial Coordinator inliaising with provincial and district stakeholders including SteeringCommittees, Technical Teams and district leadership.
c. Assist the Provincial Coordinator in the selection of Cohort 3districts, establishment of good working relationships including negotiationof MOUs, formation of Steering Committees and Technical Teams, and selectionof local staff and District Facilitators.
d. Assist district education management in involving private sector ineducation.
e. Work closely with DBE1 Provincial Specialists in planning,coordinating, implementing and reporting on DBE1 programs and activities asrequired.
f. Assist districts in formulating plans, budgets, programs toreplicate good practice from DBE and monitoring and reporting implementationof these.
g. Support identification and dissemination of good practices betweenDBE-assisted and not-assisted districts
h. Assist the Provincial Coordinator in other matters as these arise.

4. Organizational Arrangements

EMFS is a member of the DBE-1 provincial team comprising of ProvincialCoordinator, Education Planning and management Specialist (EPMS), GovernanceSpecialist, Data and Information Specialist (DIS), and CommunityParticipation Specialist (CPS). The position reports to ProvincialCoordinator. EMFS will assist in (i) RPK development and implementation; and(ii) medium-term (Renstra SKPD) and annual planning. He/she will take thelead in conducting financial education sector analysis, but will carry outthese tasks in close cooperation with the other specialists working at thedistrict level. As to capacity development for DPRD, Dewan Pendidikan, CSOsand the media EMFS will support the Governance specialist on an as-neededbasis.

5. Reporting Requirements

The specialist will meet routine reporting requirements as determined fromtime to time by the Provincial Coordinator. This may include:
a. Activity or Training Completion Reports following project standardsand guidelines.
b. Contributions to brief weekly and bi-weekly activity reports
c. Assisting in preparing quarterly internal reports and occasionalproject activity reports to stakeholders including provincial and districttechnical teams and steering committees.

6. Qualification Requirements

a. At least ten years of experience in providing consulting services,preferably in the public sector.
b. At least five years of experience in assisting district governmentsin capacity/ performance improvement development, preferably in theeducation sector. The successful candidate will have thorough knowledge ofdistrict government, in particular in the areas of district management,planning (multi-year and annual) and finance (familiarity with APBD isrequired).
c. At least five years of experience in the education sector. Thesuccessful candidate will have a thorough knowledge of the education sectorand should be familiar with education policies, planning, finance,performance measures (APK etc.), and practices.
d. Minimum S1 degree, preferably in planning, management or finance.
e. Be computer literate (MicroSoft Office). Ability to use dataanalysis applications (Access and or SPSS) is an advantage.
f. Ability to network among education stakeholders at the districtlevel (strong inter-personal skills).
g. Excellent writing skills in Bahasa Indonesia. Ability to writereports in English is an asset.

Please send detailed CV complete with 3 reference contact details and salaryhistory to dbe1sumut@gmail.com

Closing date for applications is 17 November 2007. Females are encouraged toapply.

11/10/07

Legal Expert is Needed for USAID Financed Project

SENADA, a USAID financed Indonesian Competitiveness Project is looking for a qualified and motivated individual to join our team as the Legal Expert (Code: LE) based in Jakarta. SENADA is a four year, USAID financed project whose goal is to increase Indonesia’s economic growth and employment by improving the competitiveness of selected light manufacturing industry.

As a Legal Expert, your primary responsibilities will be to:
Conduct analyses of laws and regulations affecting Indonesia’s business climate in areas including but not limited to labor, competition, customs, tax, finance, decentralization and technology.

In collaboration with SENADA managers and other stakeholders, develop and prioritize recommendations to improve the regulatory environment for business.

  1. Develop and draft legislation and regulation reforms in the above areas with the objective of facilitating market development and, more generally, of improving the business enabling environment; to achieve this, the Legal Expert will identify additional legal and economic expertise required.
  2. Develop and implement legal and regulatory advocacy initiatives with stakeholders, other donors and government institutions.
  3. Develop, together with SENADA Communications Manager and stakeholders, initiatives to raise awareness about legal and regulatory policy constraints. Provide legal research and advisory services to SENADA management and to SENADA counterparts.
    Strengthen counterpart organizations’ capacity through training and other initiatives.


To qualify, candidates should have the following qualifications:

  1. Law degree required (essential); economics or business degree desirable.
  2. Minimum 3 years professional experience for those with Masters Degree, or 5 years for Bachelors Degree.
  3. Working knowledge of Indonesian commercial law as well as other legislation relevant to the business enabling environment (essential).
  4. Experienced in carrying out research and analysis of Indonesian economic laws and regulations (essential)
  5. Proven experience in presenting and advocating legislative and regulatory reform to business and government leaders (desirable).

Strong understanding of economics and finance (desirable)

If you meet the criteria above, please send your CV and three professional references via email to SENADA@dai.com (include the position code in the subject of the email) or fax to 021-579-32578 by November 25, 2007. Please
do not reply to this email.

GIS/Cartography Officer Needed

CARDI, an international NGO consortium providing support to persons affected by conflict and natural disaster is looking for qualified national candidates to fill in position to be based in Sarmi Town, Sarmi District,Papua :

GIS/Cartography Officer (Code : GCO - PUA)

Scope of Work:

The GIS/Cartography Officer (GCO) is responsible for designing a training program/-workshop for introduction to participatory sketch mapping. (S)he also plays an important role following the workshops to assist the community to record/plot important landmarks and sites of cultural/historical value land-use as well as proposed boundaries of the area claimed by the community on their sketch maps and transfers these onto existing digital maps. These digital maps should then be compared with each other and with existing land-use maps at, for example, the Provincial and Regency Forestry Offices,to provide feedback to the Community Mobilization Officers to assist with negotiations between stakeholders. (S)he seeks the involvement of and collaborates with government cartographers.

Responsibilities:

*Serve as the project's primary designer of community mapping workshops.

*Assist the project to procure appropriate base maps and a GIS program, as well as materials for community map-making kits.

*Assist the Community Mobilizing Officers (CMO) with disseminating the activities that are part of the mapping workshops at village level.

*Assist the CMO to help communities in producing sketch maps of the areas around their villages indicating boundaries, land use as well as important landmarks and man-made sites of cultural/historical value.

*Ensure that by using GPS readings, boundaries, landmarks etc can be transferred to existing digital maps.

*Design a database that contains all important mapping details and coordinates using consistent terminology throughout the project.

*Design a geographic information system that can contain the data collected by the project, allow for analysis of the data and presenting these in a visual and/or geographically referenced way.

*Design and arrange for printing of working maps throughout the project, as well as final map printing.

*Liaise with the Regency and Provincial Forestry and BAPPEDA Offices for mapping and land use data.

Job Requirements/Experience Required:

*University degree in a related field (e.g. forestry, geography)and 2 years of directly related work experience.

*Minimum 2 years experience in mapping land-use or forest cover,developing GIS for land use or forest cover data.

*Experience with producing hand-drawing sketch maps and digitizing maps.

*Experience with participatory mapping methodology in Indonesia and community development.

*Experience organizing and facilitating workshops and community-based activities.

*Knowledge of issues related to land and resource rights and legal frameworks, natural resource management, poverty and development, and indigenous communities preferred.

*Strong cross-cultural/cultural competence skills necessary, including strong communication skills.

*Documentation and report writing skills.

*Work experience with indigenous communities, familiarity with the project area (Sarmi) and/or knowledge of the local language spoken in the project area would be an additional advantage

*Willingness to live and work in a remote location and spend significant time, including overnight visits, in the field.

*Ability to work independently for periods of time, as well as collaboratively with a team.

Application should include a detailed CV and cover letter to be submitted by e-mail to recruitment@cardi.or.id at the latest Monday, 19 November 2007. Please put the code of position applied in the subject of your e-mail. No phone calls contact. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

RTI is Looking for Communication Media Specialist

JAKARTA OFFICE - COMMUNICATIONS and OUTREACH MEDIA SPECIALIST

RTI International, a leading international consulting firm, is seeking Communications and Outreach Media Specialist for the USAID-funded Local Governance Support Program (LGSP). The program provides customized capacity-building support for local governance stakeholders, including civil society organizations. Experience with local government consulting and working on USAID or other donor funded project preferred. The following opening is available:

·Communications and Outreach Media Specialist - to manage the project communications and media functions with offices in Jakarta and several provinces of Indonesia. Produce press-release materials, news letters. Based in Jakarta and reporting to the Communications Advisor, the position is fully responsible to the Communications team. A complete scope of work and required qualifications can be obtained by emailing recruitment@lgsp.or.id.

Scopes of Work and qualification requirements for these positions are available at our website: www.lgsp.or.id. Previous USAID or other International project experience is preferred. A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate. Applications will be treated confidentially and selection will be competitive. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Please send detailed CV and contact information before November 14, 2007 of publication of this announcement to:

e-mail: recruitment@lgsp.or.id

Mercy Corps is Looking for Urban Communication Coordinator

MERCY CORPS is looking for the following position.

Jakarta:

Urban Communication Coordinator

The incumbent will lead overall internal and communication in relation to MC Urban Program. The Urban Communications Coordinator will coordinate media relations, external and internal publications, file and archive newspaper and/or magazine clippings of MC media coverage, create both a resource library and an image (or photo) library for SENYUM, HP3 and Healthy Start projects and the overall URBAN program.

Please send your CV with position applied on the email subject to: hrd@id.mercycorps.org (Closing date: 11 November 2007)

Musilm Aid is Seeking Program Officers

Job Vacancy

Muslim Aid is an international relief and development agency based in London working in sixty countries in the world since last 21 years helping the disaster and conflict affected people across the world. Muslim Aid is currently operating in more than 60 countries including Indonesia. Our vision is a world of peace, compassion and justice where all people achieve fulfillment in al aspects of their lives.

Muslim Aid Indonesia is implementing a project and is currently seeking to hire "Program assistants and "program officers" who are willing to located on the West coast.


Program Officers ( CSo Project )

Program Officers will work under the direct supervision of Director of Strategy & Development/Project Manager and will be responsible for effective implementation of the project on the West coast of Aceh. They will implement the program with the help and support of the Program assistants. The Program Officer will work with the community leaders, Local Government and other NGO partners. The Officers will have to be skilled enough in internal proposal writing, budget preparation and report writing. He/she should have experience in program development/community development. In addition to this s/he should be skilled in socio-economical development, prepared to work with the poor people and support them.


They will have to be prepared to spend 80% of their time in the field. S/he will be required to relocate within the operational areas.

Requirements:

·University Degree or diploma in Business or Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences and Social Sciences would be desirable
·Minimum 1-2 years experience in program development/community development/livelihoods
·1-2 years experience in NGO (desirable)
·Good interpersonal and communication skills
·Able to work independently and under supervision
·Moderate in spoken and written English
·Ability to speak Acehnese is an asset
.Have a computer skill

Applications should be addressed to: Human Resource Department, Muslim Aid Indonesia, Jalan T. Bintara Pineung No. 27 Banda Aceh 23116, or email hr_muslimaid.indonesia@yahoo.com All applications should include a covering
letter, updated resume (CV), a passport size photograph, and two referees which
can testify to the candidate's ability in above mentioned and should be
received not later than Friday 16th November 2007 at 5.00 pm.

Muslim Aid is an Equal opportunities employer

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

11/8/07

Oxfam is Looking for Regional Program Manager for East Asia (Based in Bangkok)

Are you ready for a challenge?

Regional Programme Manager-East Asia
Bangkok, Thailand
From GBP26,555 plus benefits

Who we are Oxfam is a worldwide organisation that employs over 6,000 people in more than 80 countries to overcome poverty and suffering. Oxfam believes that in a world rich in resources, these aren't just facts of life, but injustices which must be overcome. We're proud of the difference we've already made through our long-term programmes of development and essential emergency relief.

The role You'll play a critical role in developing and delivering our programmes in East Asia. From humanitarian and policy initiatives to campaigning and development, you'll provide management support and strategic direction to Country Programme Managers in our 6 country programmes. And with a commitment to Oxfam's belief in gender and diversity, you'll make sure every effort reflects our belief in fairness and equality for all.

What we are looking for With experience of programme and people management at a senior level, you'll have the practical knowledge and confidence needed to influence our programme goals from the start. Ideally, you'll come to us with specific experience of combating poverty and suffering in at least two different countries; and you'll have the vision and highly-developed strategic skills that are needed to bring about real and lasting change. A solid background in financial and systems management will underpin your strategic understanding, while a firm belief in Oxfam's values, a good standard of English and a willingness to travel will strengthen your claim all the more.

To apply At Oxfam, we believe that every aspect of our work can lead to a positive outcome. And with an opportunity like this, you'll see just how much change we can bring about first-hand. If you share our vision, together with the ability to meet the challenges involved, this role offers scope for immense personal fulfilment. For details on how to apply and further information on how you can work to find lasting solutions to poverty and suffering around the world, please visit www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs quoting ref: INT2458

Closing date: 14th December
Interviews will be held on 8 - 10 January 2008 (Physically in Bangkok or Via Video Conference)

Turkish Red Crescent Society is opening job for Social Center

JOB VACANCY
IN SOCIAL SERVICES UNIT OF SULTAN II SELIM ACEH COMMUNITY CENTER

Turkish Red Crescent Society (TRCS) has been operating in Aceh for two years. TRCS is a Humanitarian Aid Organization under International Federation of Red Cross and
Red Crescent Societies.

TRCS conducts Psychosocial Support Programs (PSP) in a community center called Sultan II Selim Aceh Community Center- Banda Aceh, with coordination with PMI (Indonesia Red Cross) Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam Chapter. Aceh Community Center offers psychological and social support for Tsunami victims and Acehnese people.

Sultan II Selim Aceh Community Center is looking for PSP staffs with below qualifications:

- At least Bachelor Degree in Psychology.
- Good command of English - in both speaking and writing.
- At least 2 years of experience in planning, running and evaluating program -
experience in Aceh area will be an advantage.
- Able to operate Microsoft Office.
- Patient and highly motivated.
- Have good communicative skills.
- Can work in team.
- Flexible for different working hour.


Please submit Cover Letter and CV to email: sofi_hi01@yahoo.com, not later than
15 November 2007. Short list candidates will be invited for an interview.

Housing and Community Infrastucture Specialist Needed

Housing and Community Infrastructure Specialist - Aceh

Cowater International Inc. is a well-established international development and management consulting firm based in Ottawa, Canada with experience in more than 50 countries worldwide.

Cowater is seeking a Housing and Community Infrastructure Specialist to monitor Post-Tsunami Housing schemes in Aceh.

Please send your CV and a cover letter to jobs@cowater.com as soon as possible, with the subject title "Housing Specialist - Aceh".

Job at International Relief and Development

VACANT POSITION

International Relief and Development, (IRD) Inc., is a non-profit organization specializing in international development and humanitarian assistance in over 20 countries. IRD works with a wide range of partners to design and implement, and provide technical assistance in the areas of health, economic development, relief, infrastructure, civil society and food security.

Title: Finance Assistant
Department: Finance & Administration
Supervisor: Finance Officer
Location: Meulaboh

General Description of Role:

The Finance Assistant is responsible for supporting the Finance Officer in the implementing the overall accounting and financial control systems for IRD Meulaboh and or using adequate and appropriate internal controls to meet generally-recognize d accounting standards. In addition, the Finance Assistant manages the IRD Meulaboh petty cash and enters the petty cash and other IRD Meulaboh transactions into the automated accounting system (QuickBooks). Specific areas of responsibility include assisting with the preparation of financial reports to IRD Banda Aceh, and HQ fund requests and projections. The Finance Assistant reports to the Finance Officer.

Responsibilities

1. Ensure expenses are in accordance with U.S. government regulations (expenses are reasonable, allowable and allocable), IRD policy and guidance provided by the Director of Finance and Administration. Ensure that all project-related transactions are
conducted, processed and recorded as stipulated by the system

2. Maintain Meulaboh petty cash fund, serve as a cashier by reviewing (for accuracy) and processing petty cash vouchers, and recording them into the automated accounting system. Pay only appropriately authorized requests for petty cash.

3. Assist in the preparation and submission of the IRD Meulaboh monthly expenditure reports, ensuring that they are accurate, complete and submitted to IRD Banda Aceh project managers in a timely manner (usually the 15th of each month).

4. Assist with the preparation and submission of the IRD Meulaboh fund requests. Ensure the monthly fund requests are accurate, complete and submitted to IRD Banda Aceh no later than five working days before the end of each month.

5. Conduct the data entry in an automated accounting system, ensuring that transactions are appropriately recorded and that IRD accounting and procurement standards, procedures and policies are followed and implemented.

6. Assist with the IRD Banda Aceh tax payment and reporting system, ensure monthly tax payments are submitted in accordance with GOI tax department regulations.

7. Consult with the Finance Officer in Banda Aceh regularly about the conduct of the assigned tasks.

8. Maintain a close coordination with IRD staff on financial matters and advise them, as appropriate, on matters requiring their attention.

9. Assist with the maintenance of the filing system of all financial reports, fund requests and other finance documentation.

10. Consistent with IRD's efforts to promote equal opportunities in the workplace, make all job-related decisions in accordance with IRD's anti-discrimination policies.

11. Other accounting, financial and administrative tasks consistent with the overall scope of this position.

Required Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 2 years experience in an equivalent position.

2. University degree in accounting, finance or similar field is required (relevant experience and another university degree may substitute for degrees mentioned).

3. Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software is preferred. Experience working in a similar position in an NGO or an international organization is preferred. Knowledge of OMB Circular A-122 is desired.

4. Must have a willingness to travel to IRD Indonesia offices on IRD business. Must also have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment.

5. In addition, must be flexible, willing to perform other duties and work irregular hours.

Additional Skills:

1. Working knowledge of English, both written and spoken.

2. Able to communicate fluently and effectively both verbally and in writing.

3. Excellent interpersonal skills, including patience, diplomacy, willingness to listen and respect for colleagues. Must be capable of working both individually and as part of a team.

4. Must also be able to create a supportive working relationship among all project teams.

IRD provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. Interested applicant may submit their letter of interest, comprehensive CV, salary history and contact details by e-mail
to:


cdewikumara@ird.or.id

Please write position title in your email subject and applications must be written in English.

Applications must be received by IRD on November 10th, 2007; we regret to announce only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

Job at CWS Indonesia

JOB VACANY ANNOUNCEMENT

CWS Indonesia is an international non-governmental development organization, working in various locations in Indonesia with the aim of improving the lives of poor and vulnerable Indonesians, is searching for Program Manager for our Meulaboh office. We offer a challenging working environment in order to develop yourself as well as the Indonesian people in this continuous changing society.

Requirements


1. S1 in social science, development studies, management, or related field required (S2 strongly preferred)
2. Five years experience managing programs in relief and/or development settings preferred;
3. Previous experience in post-tsunami Aceh or Nias strongly preferred
4. Demonstrated ability to implement a complex, diverse program, manage a range of staff, and develop staff capacities.
5. Proven experience with community development processes utilizing a variety of participatory methodologies
6. Understanding of economic development and engineering/construction processes preferred.
7. Excellent verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, and organizational skills.
8. Good command of verbal and written English required
9. Computer literacy in Microsoft Word and Excel are a must.
10. Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to motivate/counsel both staff as well as local partner organizations.
11. Able to work independently with minimum supervision
12. Team player

Applications should include a covering letter, reflecting motivation; a CV, including two references; expected gross salary and contact number at the latest by November 23rd 2007. Please send applications in MS Word format to csugi@cwsindonesia.or.id or faxed to: 021 71793387

11/6/07

Oxfam GB Needs Livelihood Consultant

LIVELIHOOD CONSULTANT


Background

Oxfam will conduct an integrated DRR assessment in two regencies, Nabire and Wamena in Papua. This integration will involve public health, livelihood and disaster management. This ToR is purposively developed for Oxfam and its consultant as practical guidance to undertake DRR assessment in Papua areas.

Skill and Competencies:





§Proven knowledge in livelihood and disaster management, including disaster risk assessment or five years working experiences with national or international organizations in implementing various activities of disaster risk reductions, e.g. assessment, research, CBDRM, etc.

§Conversant and strong skill in various assessment technique, methodology, approach and developing tools for assessment. Experience of participatory assessment, interview, and data collection.

§Good understanding on Disaster Management and development issues, preferably in the context of poverty reduction, disaster risk reduction and peace building issue in Papua.

§Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work sensitively with people from various cultural and social backgrounds. Work with gender and interdisciplinary perspective.

§Preferably have experience working in Papua.

§Experiences in provide trainings to local NGOs.

§Proven report-writing skills.

§Excellent skills in data analysis and reporting

§Fluency in both written and spoken English and Bahasa Indonesia.

§Computer literacy, especially word processing and spreadsheets or other database software.

§Commitment to Oxfam's overall aims and beliefs, including equal opportunities and gender equity in all aspects of Oxfam's work.

I. Background

This vulnerable livelihood assessment is aim to obtain in depth information about types of hazards, capacity and vulnerability in two areas (Nabire and Jayawijaya) lead to Oxfam Papua DRR programme whilst specifics objectives are development of vulnerability assessment and analysis and potential development of replication system for community high risk to disaster prone areas.

This vulnerability assessment will be categorized into two main aspects. One is to understand the type of hazards, community livelihood and mapping, socio-economics, vulnerable groups, etc. The other is to obtain information and data regarding the institutional capacity dimension, infrastructure (physical condition) where both of them will further lead to local government strategy to develop disaster management and development planning and also for Oxfam on DRR programming in Papua.

Following are some issues will be assessed in this two following assessment in Nabire and Jayawijaya:

Determining the vulnerable groups

§Hazards and its characterise
Level of frequency, types, characteristic of hazards experienced by community in Nabire and Jayawijaya regency

§Major livelihood groups and its activities
One part of this major livelihood issue is to see what are the differences of major livelihood group (both vulnerable and non ? vulnerable groups) on how they earning money and what level of power and resources they have in terms of land, access, etc. By understanding major types of livelihood in both groups and its characteristics, thus we will able to see the specific impact to community when disaster hits the areas.

§How community women and men are affected by type of hazards
Basically in these two areas targeted, community have been affecting by floods, earthquake, drought and disease outbreaks in frequency of times. Different level of people, age and gender will have different impact and experiences to those types of hazards. In this phase, we will see how they are affected by type of hazards and how their experience and local knowledge are potential to minimalize the risk.

§Capacities and resilience owned by community
What capacities exist in community (women, men, diffable, oldest) local government and stakeholders and how community used and optimalized the capacities as their resilience to types of disasters and what capacities need to be developed in community in different level?

§Coping strategy adopted by community
What strategies community has taken during this period, when disaster hits their areas, their livelihood and life? Do they change their livelihood strategy, how and do they have sufficient earning by its changing and adaptation?

§Gender specific issues
Gender issues will focus around level of participation of women in decision-making process, sort of challenging and potential strategy to advocacy women in some level and to see if there is any gender issue is link to vulnerable disaster?

Specifically in Papua, in some part of areas, socio-cultures is one of the barrier for women to take part in any of decision making process. This assessment will obtain information and collecting stories to understand what and how this issue is undermined women in daily life, livelihood activities and other social activities


Institutional capacity dimension

Following are some issues on assessing institutional capacity;
§Capacities of offices (could be for agriculture, fisheries and marine, husbandry and forestry offices)

§Policies and systems (early warning systems / forecasting) are exists in local government level to support and leverage the community preparedness to disaster

§Strategies have been applied during this time and how is the coordination amongst the related office in the two areas targeted.

§Capacities need to be developed and issues need to be advocated

Recommendation to strengthening community, local government and stakeholders in disaster risk reduction perspectives

The potential recommendation will be used for Oxfam Papua programming. The potential recommendation could be obtaining during the field assessment, experience and insightful analysis during the reporting period. It will be good to see the potential and strategic recommendation for community, local government, stakeholder such as businessman/women groups, military in different level and resources.

II. Process and methodology

Since this will be DRR joint assessment, which involve public health, disaster management and anthropology, the methodology of the whole assessment will be discussed and determined in team workshop whilst livelihood consultant able to propose their relevant tools according to the needs.

Phase I
Desk study, review literature and field visit to Nabire and Wamena

Development and humanitarian response organization has been conducted several assessment and programme dedicated to Papua areas which remains lesson learn and recommendation for actors who will conduct programme in Papua. AHPO will collect and summarize those documents where it has connection to vulnerable livelihood, public health and disaster management component.

AHPO (area humanitarian project officer) have had field visit to Nabire and Wamena. These field visits were purpose to [1] understand current local situation [2] collect baseline information related to disaster management [3] logistic prerequisites for assessment and [4] seek local facilitators. The field visits report would be compiled with other document for consultants as referee.

Phase II
DRR team workshop

This seven days workshop are purposes to [1] have better understanding on the assessment framework [2] sharing ideas, perspective and tools [3] agree and develop an integrated tools for assessment [4] acknowledge to logistic assessment.

It is recognized that all sectors (DRR, livelihood and public health) have their own tools. This workshop will help the team to assemble and synergy the tools, methods, timeframe and approaches wherever necessary and anthropology knowledge will embed in the process of assessment.

All consultants, DPC (Disaster Preparedness Coordinator, HRC (Humanitarian Response Coordinator), AHPO and some Oxfam staff will attend this workshop. Workshop will be taken place in Yogyakarta and Papua

Phase III
Implementation - Field assessment

Small training and workshop will re-conducted and involve local facilitator before the assessment. This will be an opportunity for team to review/refine the tools, methods, etc and team would be have one guideline for field assessment.

Information gathering; the assessment will involve local government, community, and stakeholders in different various meeting. Afterwards, team will carry out on data compilation, analysis and reporting and will share and feedbacks on preliminary result to stakeholders.

The implementation will spent each two weeks in Nabire and Jayawijaya. One local facilitator will assist each consultant for translation to local and Indonesian language.
Basically, the general process of the field assessment will be as follow and ;

§Review of relevant information and documentation, policies

§Open discussion with field staff in different level and offices related in
two areas targeted

§Field observation

§Relevant participatory rural appraisal tools

Phase IV
Consultant consolidation and reporting

Consultants will consolidate the data, analysis and develop an integrated reporting as resulted in Nabire and Wamena. To develop the final report, the consultant will have a time to share and feedback in distance to DPC, HPC, CHPM in Yogyakarta and Papua APM.

One-day workshop to present the result will be attended by Oxfam manager and Papua staff. This workshop will be taken place in Jayapura.

Oxfam works with others to overcome poverty and suffering.

Oxfam GB is a member of Oxfam International, a company limited by guarantee and registered in England No. 612172.

Registered office: Oxfam House, John Smith Drive, Cowley, Oxford, OX4 2JY
Registered charity No. 202918.

GTZ Needs Knowledge Management Support

GTZ - ProLH is seeking 1 (one) qualified Indonesian candidates for Knowledge Management Support: Website support for translation,uploading and development.

Expected resultsSupport the updating of ProLH website in 3 languages (English,Indonesian and German)Support to maintain the content of ProLH IntranetTo give inputs for the improvement and resource efficient practice ofthe Knowledge Management system of ProLH





Qualifications and Competencies of Required ConsultantsExcellent in German and English languageGood command of IT hardware and software systemsFamiliar with Internet applicationFamiliar with any Content Management System (CMS) application
Specific objectives and detailed description of the interns tasksTo support uploading recent activities and events of the ProLH WebsiteTo support updating the ProLH IntranetTo translate all related Website documents into GermanTo develop a functional knowledge management system for ProLH

Duration/period and location of the assignmentThe timeframe for the internship is the 1st of January 2008 until the1st of April 2008Located in Jakarta

This position will be under an internship or consultancy contract forabout 3 months starting January 2008.

Interested candidates should submit their application letter(Indonesian/English) and CV with latest photograph and list of refereesto Ms. Ingrid Sally at ingrid.sally@prolh.or.id
The closing date to submit the application letter is on 26.11.2007- Only short-listed candidates will be notified for interviews by thelatest at 30.11.2007.
Thank you for your attention.

Carolina AstiGTZ Office JakartaPersonnel Officer National Staff

Deutsche Gesellschaft fuer Technische Zusammenarbeit (GTZ) GmbH; Sitz der Gesellschaft/Registered Office Eschborn/Taunus, Germany; Registergericht/Registered at Amtsgericht Frankfurt am Main, Germany; Eintragungs-Nr./Registration no. HRB 12394; Vorsitzender des Aufsichtsrates/Chairman of the Supervisory Board: Erich Stather, State Secretary; Geschaeftsfuehrer/Managing Directors: Dr. Bernd Eisenblaetter, Wolfgang Schmitt

Livelihood Program Supervisor


Position Description/ Deskripsi Posisi:

The Livelihood Program Supervisor will be responsible for the design andoversight of livelihood programs (in coordination with partneringorganization) for individual families from all over Nias whose childrenhave completed treatment at the Obor Berkat Indonesia Feeding Center inGunungsitoli, Nias.






Job Responsibilities
·Make numerous site visits to family compounds of childrenwho have received care at the feeding center and to assess the economicneeds that hold them back from providing healthy and nutritious food fortheir families.
·Based on results from field site assessment, design anddevelop (in coordination with partnering organization) an appropriatelivelihood program for families, whether it be agriculture, livestock,or vocational trade.
·Prepare and post evaluations for each family's program
·Prepare appropriate skills training when needed; coordinatewith other organizations for training when appropriate
·Liaise with other organizations who are implementinglivelihood programs in Nias, including attending sector coordinationmeetings
·Continually research and brainstorm for new opportunitiesand ideas in the livelihood sector that would be appropriate in Nias
·Prepare monthly report of activities, including testimoniesand photos
·Any other duties as assigned


Qualifications
1. At least a bachelor in agriculture, management, industrialengineering, and othe relevant majors.
1. Minimum 5 (five) years of experience in coaching and buildingsmall business units or involved livelihood projects in NGOs as aprogram officer or supervisor with good track records.
1. Fluent in bahasa Indonesia, northern Nias language and English,both in speaking and writing as well.
1. Able to ride trail bikes and have a valid C driving license.
1. Have a perfect health to walk long distance, willing to live inrural area.
1. Mature, have a strong character and good life testimony

Finance Assistant Needed!

Finance assistant - code (FA - AC) - Lhokseumawe base

The Responsibility of Finance assistant is to support all SCP staff incompliance with SC financial policy and procedures and accounting control, shemust graduate from accounting/finance (S1) with minimum 2 (two) years experiencein relevant field, able to work fast and accurate, fast learner, honest and trustworthy and detail oriented

General requirement :






§Excelent verbal and written comunication skills both english and bahasaindonesia
§ Excelent interpersonal and comunication skills, good teamwork skills and beproficient inusing microsoft office application
§ Able to work under preassure and prioritize job
§ Previous experience with an international non-profit organization and crossculutural experience would be an advantage


Update CV with foto and application letter should be sent to recruitment@savechildren.or.id, please fill the "subject" colum of the e-mails in this format : code of theposition - your name

QUALIFIED WOMEN ENCOURAGED TO APPLY


The Canadian red Cross in Looking for Database Officer

The Canadian Red Cross (CRC) is implementing a major community-based reconstruction and rehabilitation program with the primary focus on shelter construction project in Aceh Besar, Lamno, Calang and Nias for beneficiaries affected by Tsunami of December 26, 2004 and earthquake of March 28, 2005. We are also implementing Livelihood, Environmental Health and Disaster Preparedness Management programs to help families and communities to improve their live quality. We are looking for qualified and committed candidates to fill the following position on a fixed term contract basis.






Database Officer (Ref Code: DBO - Nias)

Based in Lahewa, Nias

Main Responsibilites

·Compiles the database updates from departments to a master database in appropriate with the SOP document.

·Checks and makes sure that table's relationship is well maintained and its validation is done regularly.

·Designs and makes query tables for a requested report from other departments.

·As a focal point of the database team who sends database update report to each of focal point person in each department regularly.

·Works together with Database Assistant in the filing system and makes sure that every document has been entered into the Database.

·Produces monthly reports (summary and detail report) to the Head of Office and reports all important cases related to the integration and mapping data process from/to departments.

·Updates the data flow, database program or database security.

·Programs the database and maintains the database program, linkages and consistency regularly.

·Supervises the database assistant in doing his/her jobs.


Minimum required knowledge & experience:

·Bachelor Degree in related studies or experience;
·At least 2 years of experience and understand MySQL environment, database management system under MySQL database Server;
·Understands and able to read Visual Basic and SQL scripting;
·Good communication skills in Bahasa Indonesia and English;

Please Notice: Applications should be sent to recruitment.id@redcross.ca, write "DBO - Nias" as the subject of the e-mail and indicate the Job title on the covering letter and the attachments should not exceed 200 Kb. Only candidate meeting the Essential Qualifications will be considered, preferences will be given to those currently residing in Nias or has experience working in the area. Applications must be received by Friday, November 9, 2007. Canadian Red Cross gives an equal-opportunity employment regardless of race, gender, religion, or political affiliations.

The Canadian Red Cross Needs Database Assistant

The Canadian Red Cross (CRC) is implementing a major community-based reconstruction and rehabilitation program with the primary focus on shelter construction project in Aceh Besar, Lamno, Calang and Nias for beneficiaries affected by Tsunami of December 26, 2004 and earthquake of March 28, 2005. We are also implementing Livelihood, Environmental Health and Disaster Preparedness Management programs to help families and communities to improve their live quality. We are looking for qualified and committed candidates to fill the following position on a fixed term contract basis.







Database Assistant (Ref Code: DBA - Nias)
Based in Lahewa, Nias

Main Responsibilites


1. Enters data into CRC Database, Data Source coming from departments can be in the form of pieces of paper or computer files (MS. Word and MS. Excel format)
2. Does filing system for both data source form (sorting, numbering and managing the data source into a different type, area and date)
3. Reports bugs from the CRC Database to Database Officer
Files Data Entry Report (daily progress) to Database Officer
4. Prints requested reports (using database program) when needed by some departments
Prints weekly progress report (using database program) from CRC Database and distributes to some certain departments
5. Under Database Officer, updates and integrates Database into CRC-DB Server so it is ready to be sent to requesting departments regularly


Minimum required knowledge & experience:

·Diploma Degree in related studies or experience;
·At least 1 year of experience in an administrative function;
·Basic computer skills: knowledge of office and database applications
·Understands and able to read Visual Basic and SQL scripting is an advantage;
·Sufficient communication skills in Bahasa Indonesia and English;


Please Notice: Applications should be sent to recruitment.id@redcross.ca, write "DBA - Nias" as the subject of the e-mail and indicate the Job title on the covering letter and the attachments should not exceed 200 Kb. Only candidate meeting the Essential Qualifications will be considered, preferences will be given to those currently residing in Nias or has experience working in the area. Applications must be received by Friday, November 9, 2007. Canadian Red Cross gives an equal-opportunity employment regardless of race, gender, religion, or political affiliations.